Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden
Wilhelma
The only historic garden in Europe that combines a zoo and a botanical garden. Moorish-style buildings and greenhouses house about 1,200 animal species and more than 10,000 plant species.
Wilhelma was originally a Moorish-style summer palace and garden built for King Wilhelm I in the 19th century. Today it is one of Germany's most popular zoos. The grounds preserve ornate Moorish gardens, covered walkways and historic greenhouses. They house about 1,200 animal species, including gorillas, Asian elephants and polar bears. The aquarium, butterfly house, Victoria water lily pond and magnolia grove are also well known. Admission is about 25 euros, and it is cheaper in winter. The grounds are large, so plan at least half a day. Take the U14 to Wilhelma station. Across from the zoo is Rosenstein Park.
Opening hours
Daily from 08:15; closing time varies by season, 16:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Rosensteinpark & State Museum of Natural History
- Cannstatter Volksfest
- Stuttgart City Library
- Weissenhof Estate
- Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
- House of History Baden-Württemberg
- Mercedes-Benz Museum
- Höhenpark Killesberg & Killesberg Tower